Summary
Italy's Giulio Pellizzari won the 17th stage of the Vuelta a Espana, with Britain's Tom Pidcock coming in second. Race organizers made changes to upcoming stages due to safety concerns, while rider protests have occurred due to disruptions caused by pro-Palestine demonstrations. Jonas Vingegaard maintained his lead in the overall race standings.
Key Facts
- Giulio Pellizzari won stage 17 of the Vuelta a Espana bicycle race.
- Tom Pidcock from Britain finished second in this stage.
- Jonas Vingegaard remains the leader in the overall competition.
- Recent race stages have been disrupted by pro-Palestine protests.
- In response, organizers shortened the individual time trial in stage 18.
- Riders agreed to stop the race if more disruptions occur.
- On stage 15, a protestor caused a crash by holding a Palestine flag.
- The race is set to end in Madrid on Sunday.